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divag38
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I am 39 years old and I haven't had the surgery yet.... I'm scheduled for 3/17/08. I was concerned about this.... did some research. What I found out is that loose skin happens... but a lot of it depends on how much weight you lose, how fast, how long you have been say 100 pounds or more overweight, i.e., a couple of years versus 5 or more, genetics.... EXERCISE is a key issue.... people who do a lot of it and focus on strength training tend not to have as much as well as consuming lots of protein, especially as you lose weight. I have gained and lost at least 50 pounds... have been okay so far... but now I have to lose 100 pounds which has me a little worried. I'm African American and am told that our skin tends to have more elasticity than most but who knows really. Peace, Loretta
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So... I've been trying to get as much information as I can about surgery. I have attended two support/informational meetings. I had my first consult with the bariatric clinic here in Oakland, CA.... completed my psychiatric eval and met with the dietician. I am scheduled on the 11th to have my upper GI exam... waiting for 2nd consult and surgery consult.:cursing: I am hopeful and excited about this journey. I picked up a couple of books and have probably joined every online support group I could find, specific to lap band surgery. I've trying to make a serious effort work out more so that I can have successful surgery and recovery.... Anyway, until next time....:hungry:
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So... I've been trying to get as much information as I can about surgery. I have attended two support/informational meetings. I had my first consult with the bariatric clinic here in Oakland, CA.... completed my psychiatric eval and met with the dietician. I am scheduled on the 11th to have my upper GI exam... waiting for 2nd consult and surgery consult. I am hopeful and excited about this journey. I picked up a couple of books and have probably joined every online support group I could find, specific to lap band surgery. I've trying to make a serious effort work out more so that I can have successful surgery and recovery.... Anyway, until next time....:hungry: